WholeFoods Magazine Staff

The editorial team at WholeFoods Magazine has decades of experiences reporting on natural products and dietary supplement industry news, trends, and more. This national business-to-business magazine has been published continuously for more than 40 years (the magazine was founded in 1977, and has been owned by Wainer Finest Communications since 1984). It is the longest-tenured media outlet of its kind in the natural products industry. The editorial focus at WholeFoods Magazine is, and always has been, on informing and educating members of the natural products industry.

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NPA: Our Members Will Stay Open to Provide Essential Services

March 20, 2020

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Washington, D.C.—The Natural Products Association (NPA) announced on March 20 that, based on guidance from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), as well as President Donald Trump’s declaration that workers in critical infrastructure have a “special responsibility” to continue working, NPA members would remain open at the discretion of business operators...

Global Prebiotic Association Grows Membership

March 20, 2020

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Springs, TX—The Global Prebiotic Association (GPA), which has a mission to "Increase public awareness about the production, quality and science of prebiotic products, expand manufacturer understanding of the solid science supporting both well-known and newfound benefits, and create needed transparency about product quality, announced its newest members. Sweden-based Carbiotix, France-based Nexira...

Study Supports Bergacyn For Liver and Vascular Benefits

March 20, 2020

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Landing, NJ—Results from a new clinical study published in The Journal of Traditional and Complementary Medicine show that Bergacyn, a botanical extract blend marketed by DolCas Biotech, has beneficial effects on reducing liver steatosis, inflammation and oxidative stress in type 2 diabetes, according to a press release. The 16-week, randomized,...

Plant Based World Confirms New Dates

March 20, 2020

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

New York, NY—JD Events, organizer of The Plant Based World Conference & Expo, has confirmed in a press release that the event has been rescheduled to October 2-3, 2020. It will still take place at the Javits Center in NYC. “Our guiding principle is to provide a safe home for...

Victory Hemp Foods Partners with Applied Food Sciences

March 20, 2020

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Louisville, KY—Victory Hemp Foods has entered into a strategic partnership with Applied Food Sciences (AFS), according to a press release. The partnership will elevate sales and marketing for Victory Hemp’s ingredients, including V-70 Hemp Heart Protein and V-ONE Hemp Heart Oil, which will launch at the Institute of Food Technologists...

Fry Family Food Co. Joins LiveKindly Co.

March 20, 2020

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

New York, NY--The Fry Family Food Co. is joining the LIVEKINDLY co., a collective of plant-based heritage and start-up brands. According to a press release, the LIVEKINDLY co. is a movement to build a sustainable future, fueled by a $200-million founders’ funding round led by founders, entrepreneurs, and global leaders. ...

CRN: Dietary Supplements Facilities Essential During Pandemic

March 20, 2020

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Washington, D.C.—The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) is calling on officials to classify dietary supplement facilities as essential during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a press release. CRN recognizes that dietary supplements are a “vital part of the health and wellness regimens of most Americans,” the release says. Dietary supplement...

Palko Show Rescheduled Due to COVID-19

March 20, 2020

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Michigan City, IN—The Palko Show has been rescheduled, according to a notice from Steve Palko, the company’s CFO. The show was originally scheduled for May 15-18; it has been rescheduled for November 6-8. It will take place as planned at the Blue Chip Casino, Hotel & Spa in Michigan City,...

COVID-19 Drives Consumers to Online Shopping, Delivery

March 19, 2020

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

As the COVID-19 pandemic intensifies and social distancing becomes the new normal, consumers are changing their shopping habits. New research from Nielsen, outlined in the article COVID-19: The Unexpected Catalyst for Tech Adoption, explores consumer motivation to turn to technology-enabled solutions to assist in tasks like shopping. Nielsen points to...

FDA Reduces Inspections; NPA Proposes Approach to Ensure Supplement Safety

March 19, 2020

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Washington, D.C.—Following the March 18 announcements by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that it is prioritizing resources and only performing “for-cause inspections” during the COVID-19 crisis, the Natural Products Association (NPA) proposed a two-pronged public-private partnership approach to ensure the safety of the global dietary supplement supply chain. The...